Nurtured by collaboration

Australia has more than 30 years of global leadership in quantum research. Today we have an outsized quantum computing industry. This is nurtured by collaboration between industry, research institutes and academia.

Australia’s quantum ecosystem includes:

  • 38 domestic and international firms
  • 26 institutions focused on quantum research
  • 6 ARC quantum-focused Centres of Excellence
  • 4 government research agencies
  • world’s fifth largest quantum workforce.

Australia welcomes investors who want to help build our world-class quantum industry.

The Australian Government’s National Quantum Strategy 2023 outlines new opportunities for international partnerships. It includes collaborations to grow Australia’s quantum industry. The strategy aims to:

  • build sovereign capability for future advancements
  • position Australia as an international destination for quantum talent and investment
  • support commercialisation.

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Incentives, grants and support

The Department of Industry, Science and Resources administers a suite of business innovation grants and initiatives. These grants and initiatives support research, entrepreneurship and commercialisation.

The National Reconstruction Fund has A$1 billion to finance development of Australia’s industrial capabilities. These include quantum technologies.

The Critical Technologies Challenge Program provides grant funding to support solutions to market-led challenges using quantum technologies.

Individual states and territories offer grants and incentives to support commercialisation. These include:

Snapshot


Revenue

Australia’s national science agency, the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) is a hub for quantum research in Australia. They have forecast revenue for Australia’s quantum technology opportunities.


A$2.2 billion

by 2030.


A$6 billion

by 2045.

The National Quantum Strategy sets out a long-term vision for how Australia will pursue opportunities in quantum technologies. A National Quantum Advisory Committee will provide guidance. The strategy aims to:

  • trigger investment and research into quantum technologies
  • secure access to essential quantum infrastructure and materials
  • build a skilled and growing quantum workforce
  • ensure Australian standards and frameworks support national interests
  • build a trusted, ethical and inclusive quantum ecosystem.

Quantum Australia is the national centre for quantum growth – a consortium of industry, research and government partners. The organisation aims to:

  • catalyse industry growth
  • support collaborative research
  • strengthen Australia’s position as a global quantum leader.

Australia’s long-term investment in quantum research has created a vibrant ecosystem. The Australian Government has provided an estimated A$1.4 billion in funding to quantum researchers and firms over the past 20-plus years.

Notable research projects and centres include: